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Posted on November 13, 2024

50% off Gift Vouchers on Black Friday!

Give the gift of adventure at an unbeatable price

For one day only we’re offering a rare opportunity to gift our treasure hunt experiences at 50% off! Imagine giving friends, family, or even colleagues the chance to explore the city, solve clues, and make memories—all for 50% off the usual price.

A happy couple smiling at the camera in front of a ruined abbey

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Posted on November 1, 2024

Unwrap Adventure with Treasure Hunt York this Christmas

A group of friends walking away from a Christmas market on a treasure hunt

Need a little holiday magic? Right this very minute? Treasure Hunt York might just become your favourite new tradition! With twinkling lights and bustling Christmas markets popping up around the country, could there be a better time to see York in a whole new way? Or perhaps you’re looking for a unique Christmas gift that stands out – we’ve got just the thing. Read on to discover our gift vouchers!

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Posted on September 25, 2024

Look at York differently this Autumn 🍂

A hand holding a phone playing Treasure Hunt York with a tree with orange leaves behind.

Autumn is a special time to enjoy York: the scenery looks spectacular, the trees are turning yellow and orange and the crisp blue days are perfect for exploring. Plus, without the summer tourists there’s a little more space to enjoy the city!

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Posted on September 1, 2024

New to York? Discover hidden gems with our fun treasure hunt!

Students sat on steps outside university getting ready to play Treasure Hunt York

Just landed in York for your first term? Or are you back after a summer away? Treasure Hunt York is the perfect way to get acquainted with your new surroundings. Ideal for freshers, this adventure will take you to the coolest spots in York, all in just one afternoon!

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Posted on August 1, 2024

We’re ALL goin' on a Summer Holiday

A group of friends playing treasure hunt

The UK is BURSTING with amazing places, people and things to do. Having a Great British adventure this summer? With Treasure Hunt York you’ll see some of the best bits, and hidden gems that York has to offer. Whether you’re travelling for miles or minutes, grab your shipmates and keep reading!

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Posted on July 19, 2024

Get the kids outdoors this Summer

A father and son out on a treasure hunt and a family taking a selfie

Photo: The Bath & Wiltshire Parent/Ellen Couzens

School’s out! (Didn’t they only just go back?!) Instead of looking ahead to days of screen time battles, you could try an interactive treasure hunt around York. Let the kids take the lead and have an adventure together!

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Posted on July 17, 2024

Concert in Museum Gardens

Flowers and St Mary’s Abbey ruins in Museum Gardens

Jack Savoretti, the Sugababes and and others are playing in four days of concerts in Museum Gardens this July.

The gardens will close in the early afternoon, preventing access to Treasure Hunt York’s starting point.

To play, make sure you start early before the gardens close.

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Posted on June 28, 2024

Treasure Hunt York’s Graduation Celebration

Students sat on steps outside university getting ready to play Treasure Hunt York

Win a £50 Bar Tab!

Okay, you made it through your degree, but have you got what it takes to become a PIRATE???

Throughout July, Treasure Hunt York is running a competition for graduating students at the University of York and York St John University.

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Posted on June 1, 2024

Mix it up with Treasure Hunt York this Father's day

A pirate map leading to grog for father’s day!

With Father’s day coming up, it can be hard to think of something original to get for your dad. Is it going to be another gift pack of beers with a cheesy card from Tesco? You can do better!

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Posted on April 26, 2024

Ready for a Bank Holiday Challenge?

Three intrepid explorers embarking on Treasure Hunt York

Get out and explore this May with Treasure Hunt York. With two bank holidays and games all over the UK, how many treasure hunts can your crew beat?

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“We thought the clues were pitched at the correct level, not too easy and made you look very closely at your surroundings, without being impossible to solve.
We had a fun day exploring York with a few pit stops for refreshement between clues.”

—Grendel46, Tripadvisor

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